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Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend

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Hennessy Advisors (Nasdaq: HNNA) reported Q2 fiscal results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable June 4, 2026, to shareholders of record May 21, 2026 (annualized yield 6.0%).

Q2 highlights: total revenue $8.13M (-12.3%); net income $1.91M (-26.1%); diluted EPS $0.24 (-27.3%); average AUM $4.17B (-12.2%); total AUM $3.93B (-7.8%); cash, net of debt $32.8M (+20.1%).

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  • Quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share
  • Cash net of debt increased 20.1% to $32.8M
  • Company remained profitable with $1.91M net income

Negative

  • Total revenue declined 12.3% to $8.13M
  • Net income fell 26.1%
  • Average AUM decreased 12.2% to $4.17B

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NOVATO, Calif., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share to be paid on June 4, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 21, 2026. The dividend represents an annualized yield of 6.0%.*

"While 2026 began with solid market performance, March was marked by geopolitical tension, persistent inflationary pressures, and higher energy costs affecting consumers and corporations," said Neil Hennessy, Chairman and CEO. "Despite recent volatility, we view this as a typical market reaction within what we believe will be a longer-term growth cycle. I believe that economic fundamentals remain constructive and are supported by strong corporate balance sheets and resilient earnings output. We continue to monitor signs of economic weakening, but we remain optimistic about the long-term outlook for both the U.S. economy and equity markets."  

"We launched our first mutual fund, the Hennessy Balanced Fund, on March 8, 1996. Thirty years in the mutual fund business reflects our long-standing commitment to disciplined investing and to the shareholders we serve. While uncertainty remains, we are focused on the opportunities ahead," he added.

"Last quarter, we raised our dividend by 9% - our first increase since 2019," said Teresa Nilsen, President and COO. "That decision was bolstered by our strong cash position, consistent profitability, and commitment to returning capital to our shareholders. Today's dividend announcement demonstrates the continuation of our corporate strategy."

"Although total assets under management declined 8% year-over-year, we continue to generate net income and solid earnings per share each quarter," she added. "Just as importantly, we are also building our cash position as we evaluate strategic growth opportunities. Our focus remains on positioning the firm for the future while maintaining financial discipline today." 

Summary Highlights (compared to the prior comparable quarter ended March 31, 2025):

  • Total revenue of $8.1 million, a decrease of 12%.
  • Net income of $1.9 million, a decrease of 26%.
  • Fully diluted earnings per share of $0.24, a decrease of 27%.
  • Average assets under management, upon which revenue is earned, of $4.2 billion, a decrease of 12%.
  • Total assets under management of $3.9 billion, a decrease of 8%.
  • Cash and cash equivalents, net of gross debt, of $32.8 million, an increase of 20%


Three Months Ended Mar 31,


Change



2026


2025


Amount


Percent

Total Revenue


$           8,132,584


$           9,275,783


$        (1,143,199)


-12.3 %

Net Income


1,909,709


2,582,979


(673,270)


-26.1 %

Earnings Per Share (Diluted)


0.24


0.33


(0.09)


-27.3 %

Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding (Diluted)


8,002,047


7,912,156


89,891


1.1 %

Average Assets Under Management


4,169,580,806


4,746,380,124


(576,799,318)


-12.2 %












As of Mar 31,







2026


2025





Total Assets Under Management


$     3,925,199,575


$     4,255,690,493


$    (330,490,918)


-7.8 %

Cash and Cash Equivalents, Net of Gross Debt Balance


32,804,587


27,311,927


5,492,660


20.1 %

* Based on the closing stock price of $9.97 on May 5, 2026, and an annualized dividend of $0.60 per share. 

About Hennessy Advisors, Inc.
Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is a publicly traded investment manager offering a broad range of domestic equity, multi-asset, and sector and specialty funds. Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is committed to providing superior service to shareholders and employing a consistent and disciplined approach to investing based on a buy and hold philosophy that rejects the idea of market timing. 

Supplemental Information
Nothing in this press release shall be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security to any person in any jurisdiction where such offer, solicitation, purchase, or sale would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" for which Hennessy Advisors, Inc. claims the protection of the safe harbor contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward‑looking statements relate to expectations and projections about future events based on currently available information. Forward‑looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or results and are not necessarily accurate indications of the times at which, or means by which, such performance or results may be achieved. Forward‑looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including those described in the sections entitled "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in the reports that Hennessy Advisors, Inc. files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Unforeseen developments could cause actual performance or results to differ substantially from those expressed in, or suggested by, the forward‑looking statements. Hennessy Advisors, Inc. management does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the forward-looking statements and undertakes no responsibility to update any such statement after the date of this press release to conform to actual results or to changes in expectations.

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SOURCE Hennessy Advisors, Inc.

FAQ

What dividend did Hennessy Advisors (HNNA) announce for June 4, 2026?

Hennessy Advisors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share. According to the company, the dividend is payable June 4, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 21, 2026, and represents an annualized yield of 6.0% based on the May 5 closing price.

How did HNNA perform in Q2 fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026 on revenue and EPS?

HNNA reported total revenue of $8.13M and diluted EPS of $0.24. According to the company, revenue fell 12.3% and diluted EPS declined 27.3% versus the comparable quarter ended March 31, 2025.

What were Hennessy Advisors' assets under management (AUM) figures reported for March 31, 2026?

Total AUM was $3.925B as of March 31, 2026, with average AUM of $4.17B. According to the company, total AUM declined 7.8% year-over-year and average AUM declined 12.2% versus the prior comparable quarter.

Did HNNA's cash position change in Q2 2026 and what does that mean?

Cash and cash equivalents, net of gross debt, rose to $32.8M, a 20.1% increase year-over-year. According to the company, the stronger cash position supported the dividend decision and provides flexibility to evaluate strategic growth opportunities.

How did Hennessy describe market conditions affecting Q2 2026 results for HNNA?

Management cited geopolitical tension, persistent inflationary pressures, and higher energy costs impacting markets in March. According to the company, these factors contributed to recent volatility while leadership expressed cautious optimism about longer-term economic fundamentals.